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TWV 580

1959 Matchless G80

Black Petrol 494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,190 mi
Last recorded55,190 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2012
Typical for 1959 Matchless G8015,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWV 580
MakeMatchless
ModelG80
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine494cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2012 55,190 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 51,306 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 41,686 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 36,411 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 31,956 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 28,630 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 28,458 miles

How Reliable is the Matchless G80?

Based on 2,210 MOT tests across 424 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
275
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Horn not working 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
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TWV 580 is a 1959 Matchless G80 in Black with a 494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Matchless G80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 15,751 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Matchless G80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TWV 580, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Matchless G80 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 67 years old, this Matchless G80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TWV 580?

You can check the full history of TWV 580 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TWV 580 registered?

TWV 580 is a 1959 Matchless G80, first registered on 17 June 1959.

Is TWV 580 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWV 580 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TWV 580 have outstanding finance?

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